Beef Stew:

• 3 lbs Beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 inch Ginger, grated
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced tomatoes, undrained
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup Dried apricots, halved
• 1/2 cup Raisins
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For Serving:

• Cooked couscous
• 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
• 1/4 cup Sliced almonds, toasted, for garnish (optional)
• 1 Lemon, cut into wedges, for serving